The worst season in Colorado Rockies history has finally come to a close. Surpassing the century mark with 103 losses, Dick Monfort’s organization finally did the one thing long touted as a source of pride. In an contest lasting until the 11th inning when Brenton Doyle used his speed to take two bases on one pitch, Colorado defeated the Minnesota…
Though he’s been at the helm for nearly two full seasons, Colorado Rockies’ GM Bill Schmidt will be participating in his first Winter Meetings since taking control of the yoke on May 3, 2021. He made the surprise signing of an “aircraft carrier” by the name of Kris Bryant before the start of the 2022 campaign. Who’s to say he…
Pyrrhus of Epirus was a Greek king who was considered to be one the great commanders of all-time despite not being the wisest among his peers. It’s for the latter reason his name is given to the type of decision-making that can result in a win whilst suffering severe losses: a Pyrrhic victory. If the Colorado Rockies want to get…...
On August 9, 2020, the Colorado Rockies had the best record in all of MLB. Drew Goodman helps determine what could have been with Nolan Arenado, Trevor Story, Jon Gray and Jeff Bridich had the season ended with the team’s third postseason in four years. DON’T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE POD! iTunes link — Stitcher Link — Pocket Casts…
He’s in the final year of his contract and there’s a new general manager. What could it mean for Rockies manager Bud Black and the future of the coaching staff? Scuttlebutt regarding Alex Rodriguez taking over a “Manningcast” type show for ESPN has created an interesting conversation. Could a few former Rockies working around the league be candidates as his…
The excellent FanGraphs writer and creator of ZiPS joins the podcast to talk all things projection systems and the issues plaguing the Colorado Rockies. Dan Szymborski also shares his thoughts on which players could exceed projections and which could offer the most return in the trade should the Rockies need to get creative. And how many wins could Colorado reach…
It’s a classic statement that’s been uttered countless times over and it’s yet to be proven inaccurate. Whenever you go to the ballpark, you’re guaranteed to see something you’ve never seen before. For fans of the Colorado Rockies, it’s a streak of 4,534 games that began on April 5, 1993 and it shouldn’t end anytime soon. This list may not…...
Colorado dropped the interim from his title on Saturday to name Bill Schmidt as the club’s fourth general manager, following in the footsteps of Bob Gebhard, Dan O’Dowd and Jeff Bridich. “After five months as our interim general manager, it became increasingly clear that Bill was the right person to lead this franchise forward,” said Colorado Rockies President and Chief…...
Roughly 13 times each season, Nolan Arenado returned from a road trip and settled into his place downtown located within walking distance of Coors Field. When arriving for the next day’s game, he’d walk beneath the cavernous tunnels of the ballpark and take a right turn to the home clubhouse. On Thursday, for the first time, he turned left. “It’s…...
Trigger Warning: The Monforts are going to own the Colorado Rockies forever… Or at least, for the rest of most of our lives. Dick Monfort will remain the primary owner for the foreseeable future and the most likely scenario is that his son, Walker, takes over when the time comes. While there is nothing inherently wrong with calling for a…...
Colorado Rockies fans have flooded us with memes describing how they feel about the news that GM Jeff Bridich is out and that the club has hired a Team President.
The Colorado Rockies have a new Team President and will be looking for a new General Manager. Drew Goodman joins the show to share his thoughts and analysis.
Former Colorado Rockies GM Jeff Bridich. For some, that sentence bring jubilation at the thought of possibility for the future of the franchise. For others, it is a largely meaningless gesture that is likely to get lost in the shuffle of owner Dick Monfort continuing to meddle baseball operations, rendering the job of GM largely ceremonial. In short, how much…...
The Montreal Expos history may contain some warning signs for the Colorado Rockies and their fans. Drew and Patrick take a look at the similarities, differences, and chances Denver could lose its team.
Colorado Rockies fans are passionate about a boycott of the team. But what does the best version of that actually look like? Drew and Patrick pour through some options.
Hello Colorado Rockies fans. I would ask how you are doing but we all know the answer to that question. Some fans may have finally found their way into some sort of optimism in this current mess but it would be more than a stretch to say anyone is happy about where this team stands. Many have already declared their…
The Colorado Rockies trade of Nolan Arenado to the St. Louis Cardinals still has fans reeling. We welcome in a panel featuring AJ and Rudo from DNVR Avalanche and Big Drive Spence to share their thoughts.
Colorado Rockies fans are furious about the Nolan Arenado trade to the St. Louis Cardinals. We get some impassioned opinions from hardcore fans including our own D-Line Co, Eric Wedum.
Dick Monfort and Jeff Bridich held a press conference to discuss the Colorado Rockies trade of Nolan Arenado to the St. Louis Cardinals. Drew and Makayla react to a slew of statements that made nobody feel better.
It’s not that they did it, it’s how and why. How they did it was haphazardly on a Friday night out of an offseason long cloud of darkness after already having poisoned the waters and alienated the people who’s love has long supported them. Why they did it was for money. And pride. When the Colorado Rockies – that is…...